Is The GOP out of funds?
Washington, D.C. – With President Trump doubling down on his promise to defend Social Security, strengthen Medicare, secure the border, and rebuild America’s military, Republicans in Congress are working overtime to figure out how to fund these priorities—without plunging the nation deeper into debt.
But time is running out.
If lawmakers don’t act quickly, Trump’s America First agenda—while extremely popular with voters—could face resistance from within the party over concerns about deficit spending.
🔎 Can Washington Cut Waste Without Touching Benefits?
President Trump has made one thing crystal clear: Social Security, Medicare, and veterans’ benefits are off-limits. These programs are lifelines for millions of Americans, especially seniors who’ve paid into the system their entire lives.
Instead of slashing benefits, Trump has ordered a full review of wasteful spending, government fraud, and abuse of taxpayer dollars.
Elon Musk, now heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has launched an unprecedented hunt for budget waste. His goal: trim $150 billion in bureaucratic excess.
Still, many experts warn that won’t be enough.
“This group is throwing up a lot of smoke with a small candle,” said former Sen. Judd Gregg. “They’re chasing pennies while the big dollars are off-limits.”
📉 Where Are the Trillions Supposed to Come From?
Trump’s 2017 tax cuts are set to expire — and renewing them could cost up to $4.6 trillion over 10 years.
On top of that, Republicans are backing $500 billion in border security and military investments, and new tax relief plans that would:
- Eliminate income tax on tipped workers (up to $250 billion)
- Stop taxing Social Security benefits (over $1.5 trillion)
Altogether, Trump’s economic vision is bold — but it’s also expensive.
💡 Common-Sense Solutions Gaining Ground
To avoid raising taxes, Republicans are pursuing pro-growth reforms and targeted spending reductions:
- Work requirements for Medicaid: Could save $109 billion
- Ending improper Medicare & Medicaid payments: Over $100 billion in 2023 alone
- Selling unused federal assets, like radio frequencies
- Cutting left-wing pet projects from Biden’s failed green energy agenda
Ending the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit alone could save billions and put Americans—not China—first.
🛑 No Appetite for Raising Taxes on Working Americans
Some Beltway insiders are pushing tax hikes on millionaires — but conservatives are holding the line.
“I am strongly opposed to raising taxes,” said Sen. Ted Cruz. “We should be cutting waste, not punishing success.”
🇺🇸 The Stakes Are High — And Time Is Short
Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader John Thune have promised at least $1.5 trillion in deficit reduction. But to hit that target, negotiators may have to look beyond health care and consider creative solutions.
“The American people expect results,” said Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX). “We were sent here to fix this mess — and we will.”
President Trump remains committed to his promise: protect retirees, rebuild the military, close the border, and bring back American greatness.
👉 What Do You Think?
Should Congress protect Trump’s tax cuts and Social Security — even if it means slashing waste elsewhere?